Overview

This is an excellent guide to conducting oral history research. Ruth Martin defines oral history and introduces readers to its basic principles and methodologies. She then provides step-by-step guidelines for using oral histories in various settings with diverse populations. The text is illustrated with examples of oral histories including those of ethnic and racial minorities, new immigrants and elderly women.

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Author:   Ruth R. Martin
Publisher:   SAGE Publications Inc
Imprint:   SAGE Publications Inc
Volume:   v. 69
Dimensions:   Width: 14.60cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 22.20cm
Weight:   0.400kg
ISBN:  

9780803943827

ISBN 10:   0803943822
Pages:   153
Publication Date:   18 October 1995
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Out of Print
Availability:   Awaiting stock  

Table of Contents

PART ONE: ORAL HISTORY IN PRACTICE AND RESEARCH Valuing the Subjective Experience Oral History as Qualitative Research Using Theoretical Perspectives for Oral History Research in Social Work and Social Work Education Making a Bridge Moving from Social Work Practice Knowledge and Skill to Oral History Research Skill Generating and Recording Oral Histories Process and Method Analyzing and Interpreting Data and Writing Up the Project PART TWO: EXAMPLES OF ORAL HISTORY RESEARCH Black Family Adaptation, Survival, and Growth Strategies An Oral History Project The Realities of Soviet Jewish Migration Illustrated through Slava′s Narratives Recapturing the Purpose of Settlements through Oral History Oral History Methodology to Examine Issues of Adolescent Mothers Understanding Communities The Pliny Street Block Association Concluding Remarks Incorporating Oral History in Social Work Research

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